Phone Call!

Hi everyone! I hope you all had a Merry Christmas. I did! I was able to spend some time talking to Michelle. She is having a wonderful time up there in Alaska! She loves the work and loves seeing the gospel of Jesus Christ change peoples life for the better. She said it's so rewarding to see people become much happier.

She is currently getting over a cold that has had a grip on her for a while. We're grateful that our Heavenly Father has given us doctors to help us with these earthly bodies!

Michelle had spent a lot of time in Wasilla before being transferred to Eagle River. She has made some lifelong friends there and will miss them, however she is really excited to be in Eagle River. She knows that that is where she is supposed to be right now.

Michelle has developed a deeper love for the Savior and a stronger appreciation for His atonement. She knows that following the Savior is the only way to true happiness.

Apparently, this winter has been much milder than last winter. She was told by locals last winter that it was one of the coldest winters in a long time. This year's winter is just the opposite. It's shaping up to be one of the warmest winters in a long time. Michelle said they only have a couple of inches of snow on the ground and it's only been the last week or so that it hasn't all melted during the day. I'm not sure if she's happy or sad about that...

All in all, Michelle is having the best time of her life. There is nothing she would rather be doing. She wishes all of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!